Who typically prepares a judgment in a court case?

In a court case, the judgment is typically prepared by the winning side. This is because the prevailing party usually provides a proposed judgment reflecting the outcomes they achieved during the trial. The judge reviews this proposed judgment to ensure it aligns with their rulings and the evidence presented before signing it officially.

The involvement of the winning side in drafting the judgment is standard practice because they are best positioned to articulate the judgment's terms based on the favorable outcome of the proceedings. Other parties, such as the losing side or a public defender, do not have the same incentive or authority to dictate the terms of the judgment. A neutral party, while essential in a trial for maintaining fairness, does not typically engage in drafting judgments either.

This process ensures that the final judgment accurately reflects the court's decision and serves the legal interests involved in the case.